The Film Diplomacy Conference (FDC) 2026 is a three-day international conference, happening in Istanbul, Turkey, bringing together over 120 delegates from different countries to merge the power of cinema with the principles of diplomacy.
Themed “Building Diplomats Through Lens,” FDC is structured to include a Training Day led by diplomats, filmmakers, media agencies, Sustainability (SDGs) trainers and intercultural trainers; a 24-Hour Film Challenge where teams produce short films on global peace and cooperation; and a Red carpet Award & Screening Day judged by diplomats, directors, and media figures